Railroad Flagger

Role Overview

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is looking for a Railroad Flagger in Valdosta, Georgia. This is a full-time, field-based position reporting to the District Manager. The role exists to help protect crews working on or near railroad tracks by managing train traffic and applying federal safety standards. The work may support large railroads, short lines, transit agencies, state rail projects, and outside contractors.

Compensation and Travel

The pay range for this position is $25 to $37 per hour, with the final rate depending on experience. Travel is part of the job and should be expected about 50% to 85% of the time on average. In some cases, assignments may require extended travel lasting months.

What You Will Do

In this role, you will help coordinate on-site activities, keep communication flowing between dispatchers, train crews, railroad personnel, and contractors, and start each shift with safety briefings. You will be expected to uphold railroad, state, and federal rules, confirm that contractors complete required training, identify and correct rule violations, prepare daily activity reports, and maintain on-track safety in line with federal regulations.

Background and Experience Needed

NRSS is seeking someone with at least 2 years of experience in a Class 1 railroad, regional short line, transit system, state DOT rail division, railroad supplier, railroad contractor, or railroad consulting environment, ideally within the Maintenance of Way department.

Work Conditions and Requirements

This position is performed outdoors in a field setting. You must be able to communicate clearly in English, including speaking, reading, and writing. The job also requires comfort with basic technology such as Citrix, email, phone calls, texting apps, Android tablets, and smartphones. Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to build solid client relationships are important. You should also have good verbal and written communication skills, understand railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety, and be willing to complete federal, client, and company training. Physical demands include standing for long periods, walking on uneven ground, working in hot or cold weather, tolerating dusty and noisy conditions, having strong near, far, color, and peripheral vision, traveling or driving long distances, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Education

A high school diploma or an equivalent credential is required.

Benefits

Employees receive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage. The package also includes paid vacation, paid holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Company Background

NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused on railroad safety services and training. The company provides qualified field safety staff and training support across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico, and emphasizes a strong safety record and dependable project execution.

Safety and Hiring Conditions

Safety is the top priority at NRSS, and every employee is expected to treat safe work practices as non-negotiable. Selected candidates must be able to pass pre-employment and recurring background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training. NRSS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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